Dave 'Softy' Mahler and Dick Fain

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen discuss the level of hope they still have with the Mariners right now and the different roads the next two months could take then discuss the constant poor hitting by Cal Raleigh throughout every point of the 2026 season before sharing some Seahawks preseason thoughts and have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Yogi Roth about the Apple Cup, UW’s team this year, Demond Williams and his complicated offseason, and quarterback rankings, then the guys dive into the Seahawks first preseason game with thoughts on players who impressed, Elijah Arroyo not, and Brian Fleury calling plays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners’ series win in Houston, the schedule coming up, Colt Emerson’s situation and more M’s, then the guys react to last week’s Hard Knocks episode and chat with HBO Producer Kaley Campen about it, plus get to the Bellevue Rare Coins Golden Moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the job Jerry Dipoto has done and if he has taken this franchise as far as it can go under his leadership, then they sit down with Rainiers infielder Ryan Bliss to talk about his stolen base record and various players with him with Tacoma, then they listen and react to some Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Chuck Powell at Cheney Stadium about the falling Mariners, the wasted potential, Cal Raleigh’s historic decline, Colt Emerson’s struggles compared to other fill-in infielders, and changes to come this offseason, then they listen and react to Mike Macdonald’s comments on Terrion Arnold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the Seahawks signing cornerback Terrion Arnold amidst his legal issues, then the guys listen and react to clips from this week’s episode of Hard Knocks focusing on Seattle, then Chris Daniels talks about the sale of the Lakers, NBA expansion, and owner bids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain talk about the state of the Seahawks offensive line and the comfortability at the position being its best since the transition in 2005, then the guys react to today’s Mariners 1-0 win before Seattle’s right tackle Abe Lucas sits down with the guys to discuss last year, Hard Knocks, and Mike Macdonald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bret Boone about the Mariners continued struggles, feeling bad for Cal Raleigh, how long Dan Wilson will keep his job, and Colt Emerson being optioned to Tacoma, then they discuss Terrion Arnold getting signed by the Seahawks and Hugh Millen joins the show to react as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jerry Brewer about Terrion Arnold signing with the Seahawks, the Mariners continuing to lose, their playoff hopes and Dan Wilson, then the guys react to some Fun with Audio clips including Chargers’ Mike McDaniel and Rams’ Puka Nacua, then they react more to the big Arnold signing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Seattle-native and golf legend Fred Couples, who talks about the Boeing Classic this week, how he’s currently hitting the ball, future retirement, a PGA Tour stop in the Northwest, the future with LIV Golf, Tiger Woods’ situation, the frustrating Seattle Mariners, and equipment changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss the lack of communication by the Mariners leadership group, then Mike Florio of NBC and PFT talks about the Terrion Arnold situation, Deshaun Watson, Aaron Donald, and Kyler Murray, then they hear and react to Cal Raleigh’s comments after the M’s loss last night, then have Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about the sale of the Lakers again, in-house produced songs, the dominating Dodgers, and the drama in the WNBA, then Dick Fain and Jackson Felts rejoin the show as the guys discuss the national lack of respect for the Seahawks, the Rams’ odds, and why it is a good thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Larry Stone about the 2026 Mariners destiny, Michael Rucker, Jerry Dipoto, team leaders not talking much, the Cal Raleigh huge contract, and Dan Wilson’s comments, and the Top 50 list, then the guys discuss why Jeff Nelson was not on the M’s’ list and the departure of stars from OKC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain discuss Bryan Woo starting again for the Mariners tonight on the road in New York and hold a new contest regarding his start with listeners, then the guys ask if the Apple Cup is still worth playing if Washington St. fans no longer want to even play the game, then react to some Fun with Audio sound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain debate where the Huskies football team will sit later in the college football season when they face the Indiana Hoosiers and where that game line will sit, then Gregg Bell hops on to discuss the Seahawks, with the Terrion Arnold visit, Nick Emmanwori, Roobie Ouzts, Jadarian Price and the guard spot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Jon Wilner about the future of the Apple Cup, a possible new College Football Playoff model, and UW-Indiana, plus Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins to discuss the team breaking their losing streak, then later Matt Dery from Detroit talks about Terrion Arnold and the Lions in ‘26.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners getting swept during their 50 year celebration weekend and where we’re all at mentally with the team right now, discuss if the Seahawks should sign cornerback Terrion Arnold amidst his troubling legal situation, then Byron Murphy sits down after his Training Camp practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain are joined by Hugh Millen to talk about the Seahawks potentially signing Terrion Arnold, Byron Murphy’s next deal, the first Hard Knocks episode, and the frustrating Mariners, then the guys react to the M’s Top 50 list unveiled over the weekend including the big omission of pitcher Jeff Nelson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Bill Krueger about why the Mariners continue to struggle, where all the blame gets spread, Cal’s regression at the plate, and Dan Wilson, then the guys hear Mike Macdonald talking about Terrion Arnold visiting the Seahawks before the BRC Golden Moment, Rick Rizzs getting a big honor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Mr. Mariner, Alvin Davis joins the show to talk about how honored he is to be apart of this celebration and how proud he is of the organization, how he loved the King Dome and favorite memories as a Mariners player. Then Chuck Powell calls in to talk all things M's and how disappointing they are playing right now, whether Dan Wilson needs to go and who Chuck would replace him with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Softy and Dick get to hang out with Brett Boone in person and talk about how happy he is to be back in Seattle, why he isn't in the home run derby tonight, what is going on with the current team and what it would take to get the team going again. Then Harold Reynolds joins the show to talk about what it means to make the top 50 list, his best memories from his time in Seattle, who he has been excited to hang out with and Griffey and his legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Softy and Dick talk about the Mariners 50th anniversary weekend, how the baseball side and marketing side of the M's are not in sync, what is going on with the bats this season and whether the team can get some momentum going. Then Raul Ibanez joins the show to talk about this weekend and how the current Mariners can get going. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Brewer, The Athletic joins Softy and Dick to discuss what the college football landscape looks like this upcoming season from a 30,000-foot perspective. We have to talk about the Mariners, and Jerry gives us his take on what they have and HAVE NOT done. What does he actually think about Dan Wilson and his ability to manage this team? Jerry gets real when it comes to the manager and coaching staff. The Mariners failed in extraordinary fashion today as we listen into Bryce Miller's postgame press conference. He sounds defeated. We also hear from Manny Acta, who was filling in for Dan Wilson today following his ejection. It was a no good, terrible, awful day. Ellineus Davis, Huskies Defensive Lineman joins Softy to talk about his season and react to Jedd Fisch calling him 'elite'. He also describes what camp has been like this season and what he's seeing inside the lockerroom so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Dick react to the Mariners lack of anything going today. What does it say about the team and the leadership? They're fed up with this season as the way we're seeing it right now. Scott Eklund, Dawgman.com gives us a look at what the Huskies football team will look like this year. He points out the impact players and who he's seen on the field coming back from injury. Do the Dawgs have a shot at a playoff run this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Softy and Dick are at Jimmy's and are having a hard time seeing what the Mariners are doing right across the street. Softy is fed up with what the team is doing as is Dick. Listeners weigh in on the Mariners lack of production  Fun with Audio!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Larry Stone joins Softy and Hugh to talk about why the Mariners aren't living up to expectation for this season and whether anyone will be fired because of it. Also, Larry discusses how he doesn't think Dan Wilson will be back if the Mariners miss the playoffs but that we can't yet write them off. Then we listen to Jerry Dipoto from Tuesday after the trade deadline and Hardball Pregame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Seahawks tight end AJ Barner sits down with Softy and Hugh to talk about his Super Bowl touchdown, discuss the tight ends on the Hawks, how AJ can improve this season, how he has no hobbies and didn't watch Hard Knocks Tuesday night and discusses which was better: winning a national championship or winning a Super Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Softy goes absolutely nuclear on the Mariners, tearing the team apart for their performance last night against the Tigers. Then Softy and Hugh discuss how awesome the first episode of Hard Knocks was on Tuesday night. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Jon Wilner hops on to talk about whether Oregon is going to go on a long win streak against Washington and how long he thinks the Apple Cup will continue. Then UW football coach Jedd Fisch talks to Softy about the upcoming college football season. Also, Softy looks ahead to the Mariners series against the Detroit Tigers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Oregon's best sports journalist, John Canzano joins the show for a full hour! He and Softy talk about UW vs Oregon and how it is now bigger than the Apple Cup and Civil War, look at the Mariners after the trade deadline, whether Dan Wilson is to blame for this season, the latest on the Trailblazers, is Oregon running away from Washington in football and thoughts on Jody Allen in Seattle vs Portland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Softy is joined by Mike Florio to talk about what to expect from the Hard Knocks debut, Bijan Robinson's extension, looking at Aaron Donald's latest move and how effective Micah Parsons will be when he returns to the field. Then baseball analyst Steve Phillips joins the show to talk about the Mariners trades, what he thought about the "piggyback", whether Dan Wilson is to blame for the disappointing season so far and the chances of a work stoppage in MLB. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Softy and Hugh talk to baseball insider Bill Krueger about the Mariners moves and about how Bill LOVES the Castillo trade, how the piggyback was never a good idea and his thoughts on the Dodgers getting Tarik Skubal and spending big. Also, Fun With Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Grey Zabel sits down with Softy and Hugh to talk about how North Dakota State has prepared Grey for the NFL, what he remembers as a "welcome to the NFL" moment, that he wants to play against Aaron Donald, about loving playing with Charles Cross and who is the toughest Seahawks defender to block. Then Chuck Powell hops on to dissect the Mariners moves before the MLB deadline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Softy and Hugh react to the end of the MLB trade deadline and how we should feel about the Mariners moves. While Taylor Ward isn't a splashy player to get, he already has the highest OBP on the team. Also, will the Mariners play Ward at 3rd base? Then does anyone care about the NFL preseason and is it fun to go to a game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to the Mariners loss yesterday including Bryan Woo’s start and Softy’s failed prediction about him pitching well, then listen and react to injury updates from M’s General Manager Justin Hollander earlier today, then get to Fun with Audio including sound from the WNBA, Big Ten, and Twins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain sit down with Chuck Powell down at Cheney Stadium to talk about the ongoing Mariners struggles, Bryan Woo, the blame on Dan Wilson, what Seattle could and should do at the trade deadline, plus the issues for Cal Raleigh, then they discuss the Seahawks Madden ratings and why they matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain chat with Hugh Millen about the M’s and their hitting struggles, the first full week of Seahawks Training Camp, Byron Murphy standing out, and the departure of Klint Kubiak, then they get to their Hardball Pregame Show on the Mariners before Phil Steele previews the coming college football season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts discuss Bryan Woo starting today for the Mariners in Los Angeles and why Softy has confidence in Woo, then Jedd Fisch, Huskies football coach, talks about going in year three, their NIL situation, a new OC for Demond Williams, and his running backs, then they react to some Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Bret Boone about Bryan Woo’s issues on the road this year and the mental struggle with it, the Mariners at the trade deadline and players from the Padres they could go after, then Jackson Felts rejoins the show to discuss Softy’s confidence in Woo tonight before reacting to a new WNBA controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler chats with Petros Papadakis about another WNBA controversy, this time in Seattle, plus broadcasting the USC game against Washington this season, and attention on L.A., then Jackson Felts rejoins to discuss the wild money being handed out to NFL receivers then hear Mike Macdonald with Furness and Millen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dick Fain and Jackson Felts react to the Mariners win over the Dodgers yesterday and if it signals a change for the M’s, then Gregg Bell joins the show to break down what he has seen out at Seahawks Training Camp including Hard Knocks, new players on the 2026 team, and depth at multiple positions, then get Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dick Fain chats with Jerry Brewer of The Athletic about a possible regression for the Seahawks in 2026, why he is bullish on the team, the Mariners win last night, and what they should do at the trade deadline, then Jackson Felts and Dick discuss two potential Emerson Hancock moves the M’s could make in terms of a trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dick Fain chats with Larry Stone about the Mariners win down in Los Angeles last night, Emerson Hancock’s future, and the M’s at the trade deadline, then Jackson Felts rejoins to discuss if we can use the process of elimination to figure out who will play in next year’s Super Bowl, then they get to some all-NBA Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler shares his optimistic hope for the Mariners, then Mike Florio joins the show to discuss NFL news regarding Kyle Shanahan, Brandon Aiyuk, Aaron Donald, Tony Romo, and Jalen Carter, then new play-by-play voice for Huskies football Elise Woodward talks about her new job before some Fun with Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen sit down and chat with Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold about the noise throughout last season and the support from Ernest Jones, what Rashid Shaheed can do with a full offseason, and new Offensive Coordinator Brian Fleury, then the guys react to everything Sam had to say.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Jon Wilner about all the preseason college football polls and his pick of Oregon, patches on players’ jerseys and a possible CBA, then discuss Sam Darnold stepping up last year, plus other Seahawks news, before Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Softy and Jackson Felts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Jackson Felts react to the Mariners losing the series in Texas after a loss today, then Hugh Millen joins the show as the guys sit down with Seahawks safety Julian Love after Training Camp practice to talk about the Super Bowl win, the new season ahead, Mike Macdonald, a new mindset, and Sam Darnold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen react to the long conversation with Seahawks safety Julian Love the previous hour, then discuss Seattle’s run game without Kenneth Walker but with a stable offense line in front of Jadarian Price, then talk about the Mariners’ series loss in Texas, plus Bryan Woo and Cal Raleigh’s struggles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Hugh Millen chat with Bill Krueger about the Mariners series loss in Texas, continues issues including Bryan Woo on the road, plus how the M’s should handle the trade deadline, then they visit with Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated and NBC Sports Boston talking Patriots and NFL before the Golden Moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first hour, Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain react to LeBron James joining the 76ers and if it was the correct decision for him, then get the Philadelphia reaction to it with Rhea Hughes of 94 WIP in Philly, then react to some LeBron Fun with Audio clips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.